Mariam Akinloye
The Lagos State Government has approved the re-opening of schools for all classes in public and private schools across the state beginning from Monday, November 2, 2020, while boarders in public schools are to resume on Sunday, November 1.
Honourable Commissioner for Education, Mrs Folasade Adefisayo disclosed adding that this year had been an unprecedented with the recent happenings that had led to frequent closure of schools with attendant learning disruptions.
“We pray and hope that there will be no more disruptions in the academic calendar. However, the State Government will always regard the safety of pupils/students, parents and all staff as a matter of priority.” She said.
“We recommend that when schools resume on Monday, teaching and learning should continue unhindered till the end of the term.
She urged students to take their studies more seriously so as to recover the lost period in order to excel in their studies.
